2014 Peugeot Horizon 1.6L Diesel · SF14 FSY

A clean and uninterrupted five-year pass record with no advisories or defects recorded across the most recent MOT tests on 2026-02-05, 2025-01-30, 2024-01-17, 2023-02-02, and 2022-02-11 demonstrates consistent roadworthiness for this Peugeot Horizon. Each annual examination concluded without a single advisory, minor defect, or failure, indicating that the braking system, suspension components, steering mechanism, exhaust system, lighting, and structural elements have all met the minimum DVSA standards at every test. The absence of recurring advisories is particularly meaningful here, as chronic items such as corroding brake pipes, worn suspension bushes, or failing coil springs typically generate at least minor advisory notes over a five-year testing window. The most recent pass on 5 February 2026 confirms this stable trajectory continues, with no emerging deterioration flagged by the examiner. At approximately twelve years of age, the recorded mileage of 26,074 miles equates to an annual accumulation rate of just 2,173 miles, which is notably low for a vehicle of this vintage. This pattern of light usage suggests the car has spent considerable time either stationary or covering only short distances, which carries specific mechanical implications. Extended periods of inactivity can allow brake discs to develop surface corrosion, rubber components such as suspension bushes, CV joint boots, and drive belts to deteriorate through age rather than wear, and seals to dry out leading to oil leaks from engine and transmission casings. However, the consistently clean MOT record suggests these age-related issues have not yet progressed to the point of test failure, though a thorough physical inspection would be prudent given the low-mileage profile. For a prospective buyer, the lack of recorded advisories means there is no specific component history to target during a physical inspection, which places greater responsibility on a hands-on evaluation. Particular attention should be paid to the underside of the vehicle for any emerging rust on suspension arms, subframe mounting points, and brake line unions, as corrosion in these areas can develop between MOT tests without being flagged if not yet severe enough to warrant an advisory. The brake discs and pads should be inspected for lipping and minimum thickness, given the age of the friction materials, and the handbrake mechanism tested for full effectiveness as rear cable systems can seize with infrequent use. On a test drive, listen carefully for any clonking or knocking from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, which would indicate worn bushes or top mount deterioration not yet severe enough to fail an MOT but worth negotiating on price. Check for any pulling to one side under braking, which can suggest binding calipers that may have seized partially from low use. Steering should feel precise without excess play or vibration through the wheel, and the engine should run smoothly without excessive smoke on startup, as seals dried from extended standing can lead to oil misting visible at the oil filler cap. Finally, given the low annual mileage, ensure the timing belt or chain replacement interval is confirmed through service history documentation, as age-based replacement schedules apply regardless of distance covered.